QA Specialist W&D in Bicester

Purpose

The purpose of this position will be to support the Junior Quality Manager in supervising Quality related activities in Bicester Warehouse and support in implementation and maintenance of a Quality Management System.

Activities and responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the QMS in compliance with ISO 13485 and ISO 9001, and internal procedures.

• Supporting in implementing and complying with all environmental, health and safety requirements related to storage and distribution, including support of the ISO 14001 certification

• HOLD / REWORK / INSPECT activities, including product handling, clarification, documentation and control.

• Support deviations, nonconformities, investigations, and CAPAs, including root cause analysis and effectiveness verification.

• Support internal, external, customer, and certification audits, ensuring timely closure of findings.

• Maintain quality documentation, records, and change control activities.

• Monitor warehouse and distribution activities to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

• Support training activities and promote awareness of quality procedures and good distribution practices.

• Analyze quality metrics and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and other functions to resolve quality-related issues.

• Supervision of warehouse:

• Conduct internal audits to check the application of procedures

• Definition of actions for modification and/or improvement of procedure

Job requirements

• Minimum level 4 qualification. Bachelor's degree or higher is considered an advantage.

• Experience working within ISO-certified organizations (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001) is considered an advantage.

• Experience in warehousing, distribution, medical devices, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries is preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Basic understanding of quality principles and compliance requirements is desirable.

• Willingness to learn Quality Management Systems, auditing techniques, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement attitude.

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned activities.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Adaptable, self-motivated, and eager to learn.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, dynamic team and work in a global organisation where your voice is heard and your ownership makes a difference.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Bonus scheme*

• Income protection insurance*

• Life Insurance*

• Access to help@hand total well-being app (including EAP and access to Benefithub discounts and savings)

• Pension

• Employee referral scheme

• Bespoke training and development opportunities

• Opportunity to buy health cash plans

• Cycle to work scheme

• Regular employee appreciation events

• 25 days holiday plus the usual bank holidays

*subject to T&Cs

We want to ensure our recruitment process works for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know.

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